HB 3770 – Mandatory state agency efficiency audits

HB 3770 improves government oversight by making it mandatory for the Legislative Budget Board to conduct in-depth efficiency reviews of state agencies and programs. Rather than waiting for Sunset reviews, the LBB will proactively evaluate at least 25 agencies and 40 programs every two years. This bill strengthens taxpayer protections by requiring cost-savings strategies and detailed reporting on potential fiscal benefits over a five-year period. Including public universities in the review process ensures that higher education spending is also scrutinized for waste and inefficiency. By repealing duplicative and outdated audit requirements, HB 3770 streamlines government operations. Allowing the LBB to independently initiate strategic fiscal reviews provides flexibility to respond quickly to inefficiencies. Ultimately, the bill prioritizes responsible use of taxpayer dollars and promotes smaller, more accountable government.